1. Warren E. Roberts papers, 1863-1999, bulk 1960-1990 33 Boxes (approximately 33 cubic feet)
Roberts, Warren E. (Warren Everett), 1924-
In 1953, Warren Everett Roberts became the first person to earn a PhD in Folklore in the United States. He taught at Indiana University from 1949-1994 and was one of the founders of the study of American "folklife" and material culture. The collection represents Roberts' research of vernacular architecture and regional survey of material culture and craftsmanship, particularly in southern Indiana. Collection consists of research files, teaching files, photographs, photographic negatives and slides, publications, and correspondence.